What does MEWED mean?

Mewed 1. Parts of Speech

verb

2. Definitions

a. (of a cat or bird) make a characteristic high-pitched crying sound.

b. confine in or as if in a cage.

3. Pronunciations

US: /myood/

UK: /mjuːd/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "mewed" originated from the Middle English word "mewe" meaning "seagull" or "cage." The usage of the word "mewed" can refer to the characteristic high-pitched crying sound made by a cat or bird, or to confining someone or something in a cage or small space.

5. Synonyms

a. meowed

b. cried

c. howled

6. Related Words

a. mealy

b. mucus

c. murks

7. Example Sentences

a. The cat mewed loudly outside the door.

b. The bird mewed in distress.

c. The prisoner was mewed in a small cell.